Senior Technology Consultant (CPG)

EPAM Systems; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday days

Pension plan

Disability insurance

Long-term disability

ESPP

Commuting reimbursement

Laptop & mobile

Bike lease

Assistance program

Referral rewards

Training & certifications

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Amsterdam seeks a Senior Technology Consultant (CPG) to guide a multinational manufacturer through digital transformation and architecture modernization. You will translate goals into target architectures and roadmaps, assess current landscapes and advise on ERP modernization including SAP within integrated ecosystems.

The role is hybrid with occasional client-site travel in Northwest Belgium during early stages, demanding strong English communication and deep CPG/retail domain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technology discipline or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in technology consulting or architecture roles within complex, multi- stakeholder environments.
• Strong domain knowledge within Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and/or Retail sectors.
• Demonstrated capability in defining end‑to‑end digital transformation strategies.
• Expert knowledge of enterprise and domain architecture frameworks and patterns.
• Deep understanding of retail and CPG processes including OTC, PTP, supply chain and logistics workflows.
• Broad understanding of modern technology platforms including cloud architectures, data ecosystems and AI/GenAI capabilities.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills with senior stakeholders.
• Full professional fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead definition of digital transformation strategies converting business vision and KPIs into actionable enterprise and domain architectures.
• Facilitate client workshops to capture current‑state, identify gaps and design future‑state roadmaps.
• Define target‑state solutions and processes including capability mapping and modernization of legacy apps.
• Advise on ERP modernization including SAP within integrated landscapes and digital ecosystems.
• Design enterprise integration strategies using modern integration platforms and iPaaS solutions.
• Assess and optimize critical business workflows such as Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Supply Chain, Logistics and Digital Channel systems.
• Govern architectural decisions by documenting trade‑offs, risks and ADRs.
• Develop multi‑country transformation roadmaps aligning global templates with regional deployment.
• Present strategic recommendations and architectural blueprints to C‑level stakeholders.
• Support business growth through pre‑sales activities including proposals and high‑level architecture contributions.

Skills

Digital transformation

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Pre-sales support

Communication skills

ERP modernization

Cloud & data ecosystems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

iPaaS platforms

TOGAF/EA governance

Job description

EPAM is looking for a Senior Technology Consultant (CPG) to join the Technology Consulting Practice of our Consumer and Services Business Unit in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to a multinational manufacturer, guiding them in defining digital transformation strategies and shaping scalable enterprise and domain architectures.

You will translate business goals, processes and KPIs into target‑state architectures and actionable transformation roadmaps. By assessing current‑state landscapes, defining global integration strategies and advising on rollout decisions, you will play a critical role in modernizing core systems, enabling sustainable digital ecosystems and unlocking business value.

The role involves working in a hybrid working mode with occasional travel to the client site in Northwest Belgium from time to time, especially during the early stages of the project.

Responsibilities

• Lead definition of digital transformation strategies converting business vision and KPIs into actionable enterprise and domain architectures
• Facilitate collaborative client workshops to capture current‑state, identify capability gaps and design future‑state roadmaps
• Define target‑state solutions and processes including capability mapping, enterprise architecture and modernization of legacy applications
• Advise on ERP modernization including platform fitment such as SAP within integrated landscapes and digital ecosystems
• Design enterprise integration strategies utilizing modern integration platforms and iPaaS solutions
• Assess and optimize critical business workflows such as Order-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay, Supply Chain, Logistics and Digital Channel systems
• Govern architectural decisions by documenting trade‑offs, risks and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
• Develop comprehensive multi‑country transformation roadmaps aligning global templates with regional deployment strategies
• Present strategic recommendations and architectural blueprints to C‑level and executive client stakeholders
• Support business growth through pre‑sales activities including proposals, strategic roadmaps and high‑level architecture contributions

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related technology discipline or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience in technology consulting or architecture roles within complex, multi‑stakeholder environments
• Strong domain knowledge within Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and/or Retail sectors
• Demonstrated capability in defining and delivering end‑to‑end digital transformation strategies
• Expert knowledge of enterprise and domain architecture frameworks and patterns
• Deep understanding of retail and CPG processes including OTC, PTP, supply chain and logistics workflows
• Broad understanding of modern technology platforms including cloud architectures, data ecosystems and AI/GenAI capabilities
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills leveraging storytelling to simplify complex technical concepts
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders including Directors, VPs and C‑level executives
• Full professional fluency in English, both spoken and written

Nice to have

• Professional proficiency in Dutch
• Hands‑on experience with SAP platforms including SAP S/4HANA and ERP modernization
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) stacks
• Familiarity with enterprise integration platforms and iPaaS tools such as MuleSoft
• Experience designing automation solutions or AI‑enabled tiers within ERP‑centric landscapes
• Exposure to EA governance frameworks such as TOGAF and experience managing blueprints or ADRs
• Direct experience leading multi‑region or global template rollouts for enterprise clients

We offer

• 26 paid holiday days
• Pension plan scheme
• Disability insurance (WGA Shortfall insurance)
• Long‑term disability insurance (WIA Top up insurance)
• EPAM Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Commuting to work - costs reimbursement
• Laptop + corporate simcard + corporate mobile device (subject to certain eligibility requirements)
• Bike lease
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Programs including Employee Referral Program with rewards
• Learning and development opportunities including in‑house training and coaching, professional certifications, and courses